OBITUARIES

Mar 15, 2015

No services planned at this time

Mar 13, 2015

M. Sue Holt, age 68, of Oldfield, passed away in her home surrounded by her family on Friday, March 13, 2015. She was born October 23, 1946 in Galena, MO, the daughter of Emmit and Eura Esther (Donaghue) Eby. On February 28, 1964 she and Larry B. Holt were united in marriage. During her working career Sue was employed by...

Mar 12, 2015

Jesse Lawrence, age 72, of Kissee Mills, was born November 13, 1942. He passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2015. Jesse was preceded in death by his parents, William Howard Lawrence and Bertha May Roberts, of Kissee Mills, along with his Brother George Cadwell, of Branson. Jesse was a Vietnam Veteran, outdoors man and classic car enthusiast. He moved to...

Mar 12, 2015

Patricia A. Curtis, age 76, of Nixa passed away Thursday, March 12, 2015. A visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Monday, March 16, 2015, in Adams Funeral Home, Nixa. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, March 17, 2015 in Adams Funeral Home, with George Bishop officiating, in the funeral home. Burial Will follow...

Mar 12, 2015

Mar 11, 2015

Louise Carol Hedgpeth, age 61, of Nixa, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2015. She was born December 28, 1953 in Eaglerock, to Elmer and Vivian (Keltner) Periman. Louise was a homemaker and an excellent cook. Her family was important to her. She loved flowers and planted flower beds. Louise was an outgoing person, and lived life to the fullest. She...

Mar 6, 2015

Martha Lou "Marty" (Nalley) McMillen, age 61 of Ozark, passed away Friday, March 6, 2015. She was born October 5, 1953 in Springfield, IL. Marty worked in the restaurant business throughout her life. On April 8, 1987 she married Terry McMillen. Marty volunteered for several organizations, including Neat Repeats thrift shop in Ozark. Marty was a member of Christian County...

Mar 3, 2015

Toy Ann Harp, age 81, of Nixa, passed away on Tuesday. Funeral services will be 4:00 PM Saturday, March 7, at Adams Funeral Home, Nixa. Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 PM Friday at the funeral home.

Mar 3, 2015

General Joseph Thomas Palastra Jr, age 83, of Highlandville, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2015. He was born November 10, 1931 in Kittery, Maine, the son of Joseph and Isabelle (Lamson) Palastra. He graduated from West Point, and retired from the U.S. Army as a 4-Star General. During his career he served three tours of Vietnam, at the Pentagon, and...

Mar 2, 2015

Michael Bruce Baker, age 67, of Nixa, passed away Monday, March 2, 2015. He was born May 4, 1947 in Neptune, New Jersey, the son of Elsworth and Marguerite (Mayberry) Baker. Michael served as an attorney in the Los Angeles area for many years, before moving to Nixa. Survivors include: A son, Ethan Baker of Nixa; four grandchildren; and his...

Feb 28, 2015

Mr. Lawrence A. Studyvin, age 80 of Harrison, AR, passed away February 28, 2015. He was born June 13, 1934 in Boone County, AR, the son of Lawrence and Zada (Robinson) Studyvin. Mr. Studyvin served his country in the U.S. Armed Forces. Survivors include: his wife, Merlene Studyvin of Harrison, AR. Cremation under direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark.

Feb 28, 2015

Mr. Gabriele Orlandi passed away February 28, 2015. He was born September 23, 1936 in Reginaldo, Italy, the son of Gentile and Antoinetta Zappacosta Orlandi. Survivors include, his wife, Rita Orlandi of Nixa; his children and grandchildren. Cremation under direction of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa.

Feb 28, 2015

Mr. Coy R. Smith, age 84 of Springfield, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2015. He was born January 4, 1931 in Campbell, Missouri, the son of Orville and Grace (Taylor) Smith. Mr. Smith served his country in the U.S. Air Force. Survivors include: his wife, Betty Orr Smith, Springfield; and his daughters. Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his...

Feb 23, 2015

Steven Allen Messersmith, age 52, of Nixa, passed away Monday, February 23, 2015. He was born March 29, 1962 in San Diego, California, the son of Gordon Dean and Judy Rae (Estes) Messersmith. Steve held several occupations, most often in construction work. He enjoyed camping with friends and family. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife...

Feb 21, 2015

Karen Farnsworth White, age 68 of Ozark, passed away Saturday, February 21, 2015. She was born April 6, 1946 in Susquehanna, PA, to parents Phil B. and Claudine Farnsworth. On profession of faith, Karen was baptized and became a member of First Free Will Baptist Church in Ozark. She loved her church and was faithful in sending cards and goodies...

Feb 20, 2015

Thomas Leon "Tom" Glidewell passed away February 20, 2015, after a long illness. Tom was born April 18, 1958, in Springfield, MO to Jack and Shirley Glidewell. He grew up in Ozark and resided in Highlandville, MO until his death. He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents and his older brother, Donald Jack "Sonny" Glidewell Jr....

Feb 20, 2015

Jamie Herbert Fulton age 82, of Ozark, MO, passed away February 20, 2015 at Cox South, Springfield after a short illness. He was born October 18, 1932 in Bruner, Missouri, the son of Fred and Ruby (Sherrow) Fulton. He was united in marriage to Joan (Bolin) on January 14, 1955. To this union a daughter Connie and a son Mike...

Feb 19, 2015

Richard Ralph Matsie, age 81, of Oldfield, Missouri, passed away Thursday, February 19, 2015. He was born November 3, 1933 in Chicago, Illinois the son of Ralph and Helen Matsie. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. As a talented singer, Richard traveled with a military singing group, entertaining as he served in the U.S. and Germany. On...

Feb 16, 2015

Robert "R.J." Roussell, 82, of Troy, MO, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2015. He was born on April 30, 1932, the son of George and Ethel (Baker) Roussell in Chadwick, MO. After attending local schools, R.J. joined the military in 1951 and he began his service in the United States Army. During his service, he fought in the Korean...

Feb 15, 2015

Rayma Evelyn Young, age 100, departed from this life Sunday, February 15, 2015. She was born July 14, 1914 in Nixa, where she continued to live most of her life. She was one of five children born to Seymour and "Crete" (Gooch) McConnell. On January 27, 1934 she and Harry Young were united in marriage. Rayma was a loving wife,...